"A Crooked Tree" by Una Mannion is a gripping coming-of-age story set in the 1980s in suburban Pennsylvania. It follows 15-year-old Libby and her siblings after their mother leaves her younger sister, Ellen, on the side of the road in a fit of anger. This impulsive act sets off a chain of events that unravel the family's fragile stability and force the siblings to navigate a world of secrets, danger, and growing up too fast. Reviews "A Crooked Tree is a beautifully written, emotionally resonant novel that delves deep into the complexities of family, the fragility of childhood, and the lasting impact of our choices. Una Mannion has a profound understanding of the human heart, and her characters are so vividly drawn that they feel like people you know. This is a powerful and poignant story that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page." - Kristin Hannah, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Nightingale "A Crooked Tree is a stunning debut that pulls the reader in from the very first page. Una Mannion writes with remarkable insight and empathy, creating a richly layered story that explores the ways in which our families shape us, for better or worse. This is a deeply moving and thought-provoking novel that will linger in your mind long after you've finished reading." - Chloe Benjamin, author of The Immortalists
Book Title: A Crooked Tree - Una MannionBook Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical, Coming Of Age, Contemporary, Mystery ThrillerISBN: 9780571357970Number of Pages: 336Publishing Date: June 3, 2021 Cover Type: Paperback